1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 939 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Impala | Galant |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
